This article comes from my first hand experience of conquering The Ben (as it’s known by locals). Whether you take on the Three Peaks Challenge, or you just fancy ticking the UK’s highest mountain off…

When people ask, “where do you want to visit?” my answer is always “everywhere!”. And while that remains true, with a full-time job and studying towards a part-time masters degree a significant number of ‘Micro…

The chances are that if you’re a full-time worker and capitalise on your weekends, then you’ll have unknowingly taken a micro gap. But if you’re gasping for a holiday and exotic destinations aren’t feasible, then…

Home to the highest mountain in the British Isles – Ben Nevis – Fort William attracts many adventurists to take on the challenge. But as one of the biggest towns in the Scottish Highlands, Fort William…

Surprisingly, there are a number of things to do in Gloucester. But Gloucester isn’t an obvious day trip destination for many, mostly because unless you’re a Potterhead or live in a neighbouring city you probably…